What should stand out isn’t necessarily the names of the players but the positions. While searching for a tight end certainly makes sense, working out defensive ends is a bit of a head scratcher.
The Lions appear fairly deep at end even with top dog Ziggy Ansah currently sidelined with a high ankle sprain. Kerry Hyder and his four sacks in three games have been a pleasant surprise. Devin Taylor struggled in Green Bay while battling an ankle issue of his own, but he’s been quite solid otherwise. Wallace Gilberry is a versatile veteran, while rookie Anthony Zettel fared okay in his first action.